Kamba
Americannoun
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an agricultural people of central Kenya, renowned as traders and woodcarvers.
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the Bantu language of the Kamba.
Example Sentences
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He signed on immediately, even though his tribe, the Kamba, believe that touching human remains invites the wrath of one’s ancestors.
From New York Times • Aug. 11, 2022
It is home mainly to people from the Kamba community, with most of their political leaders - including Ms Ndeti - in the coalition of veteran opposition leader and presidential candidate Raila Odinga.
From BBC • Jul. 17, 2022
Mathieu Kamba scored 20 points and grabbed eight boards for Central Arkansas.
From Washington Times • Jan. 13, 2018
A favorite Peace Corps memory: One of my favorite memories of Peace Corps was when I received my Kamba, or tribal name.
From US News • Sep. 22, 2016
“Here comes the Kamba clan,” said Hodza, just as they finished picking the bones.
From "The Ear, the Eye, and the Arm" by Nancy Farmer
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